Senior Awards Manager

Art Bridges Foundation; Bentonville (AR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Senior Awards Manager at Art Bridges Foundation will oversee all components of awards processing from application to disbursement, aiming to streamline operations and ensure equity. The role requires collaboration, attention to detail, and diplomacy; you will lead a team, manage portfolios, and develop funding guidelines that align with the foundation’s strategic objectives.

Passion for expanding access to art and strong skills in research, writing, and relationship building will distinguish

Responsibilities

• Lead a team charged with the management and implementation of all components of awards processing from application to award disbursement.
• Improve systems and processes and build a culture of equitable awards management.
• Manage direct reports and work independently on a portfolio of awards.
• Develop funding guidelines and processes for emerging initiatives aligned with strategic objectives.
• Identify candidates with strengths in critical thinking, problem-solving, research, writing, and relationship building.

Job description

The Senior Awards Manager will lead a team charged with the management and implementation of all components of awards processing from application to award disbursement, improving systems and processes and building a culture that values the importance of efficient, flexible, and equitable awards management practices. The ideal candidate for this position is collaborative, detail-oriented, and diplomatic professional. You will manage direct reports, work independently on a portfolio of awards, and develop funding guidelines and processes for emerging initiatives in alignment with the foundation’s strategic objectives. Preferred candidates will be passionate about expanding access to art with skills in critical thinking, problem-solving, research, writing, and building interpersonal relationships.